GinaMarie Vazquez
Worcester,MA
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
RN of 28 years with vast experiences in different background in nursing. Have been hands on patient care nurse for entirety of career, this is what I enjoy most. I have excellent IV skills and my greatest asset is my sense of humor, allows patients to be at ease.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Commonwealth Care Alliance Primary Care
Worcester, MA
06.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Skilled Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
Worcester, MA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evidence based practices in nursing care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other relevant clinical data.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Performed physical examinations, developed diagnoses, and implemented treatment plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used in individual patient's plan of care.
- Identified potential risk factors or changes in condition that may require physician notification.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve overall health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patients to determine nursing needs and develop a plan of care.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on health promotion and disease prevention.
Skilled Nurse
Home Care Solutions, Inc
Westboro, MA
03.2016 - 04.2021
Endoscopy RN
Reliant Medical Group
Worcester, MA
06.2005 - 05.2009
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Instructed family members regarding post-procedure care for their loved one who underwent an endoscopic procedure.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nursing staff, technicians, and other medical personnel involved in providing care for a patient undergoing an endoscopic exam.
- Provided post-procedure care instructions to patients and families.
- Assisted physician with endoscopic procedures, including upper GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, and bronchoscopy.
- Monitored vital signs during all stages of the procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment used in the procedure was functioning properly before beginning the procedure.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Provided education on proper nutrition following an endoscopic procedure when necessary.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to Endoscopy RN practice standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing an uncomfortable or painful procedure.
- Performed patient assessment and pre-operative teaching prior to procedure.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information related to the endoscopic procedure in accordance with state laws and regulations.
RN Floor Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
Worcester, MA
09.1997 - 05.2005
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or conferences related to professional development or new technology advancements.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA12-1996
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Vital sign monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Basic life support
- Home visits
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Medical assessment
- IV management
- Diabetes management
- Acute care expertise
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Telemetry monitoring
Timeline
RN
Commonwealth Care Alliance Primary Care
06.2022 - Current
Skilled Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
09.2021 - 06.2022
Skilled Nurse
Home Care Solutions, Inc
03.2016 - 04.2021
Endoscopy RN
Reliant Medical Group
06.2005 - 05.2009
RN Floor Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
09.1997 - 05.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quinsigamond Community College
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